Event Catering
Weddings, birthdays, traditional celebrations, funerals, corporate functions and private events — catered with warmth and precision.
Request QuoteKhat Kooks · South Africa
Authentic African Cuisine, Crafted With Passion.
From intimate family celebrations to corporate events, Khat Kooks creates unforgettable dining experiences inspired by home, heritage and flavour.
The Founder
Lisa Khatshiwe cooks the way she was raised — generously.
Khat Kooks began in a family kitchen, where Sunday pots simmered all afternoon and nobody left hungry. Lisa grew up learning that food is how you say welcome, thank you, and I love you — without needing the words.
Today she brings that same warmth to weddings, boardrooms and private homes across South Africa. Every menu is handcrafted, every ingredient chosen personally, and every recipe carries the heritage it came from — refined, never diluted.
Her promise is simple: food that tastes like home, presented like an occasion.
Lisa Khatshiwe
Founder & Head Chef
What We Do
Catering shaped around your occasion.
Meal Preparation
Family meals, weekly meal plans and custom menus prepared fresh, so every table feels like home.
Request QuoteCorporate Catering
Business lunches, office functions, boardroom catering and conferences delivered on time, every time.
Request QuoteTraditional Cuisine
Authentic South African dishes, regional specialities and seasonal menus rooted in heritage.
Request QuotePrivate Chef Experiences
Luxury dining in your own home — curated menus for special occasions, plated and served with care.
Request QuoteFeatured Dishes
Heritage plates, made with intent.
Gallery
Moments from our tables.
Testimonials
Hosts who trusted us with the day.
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Naledi M.
Wedding — 180 guests
“Every single guest asked who catered. The food tasted like a family kitchen but was plated like a fine-dining restaurant.”
Sandton, Johannesburg
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Thabo R.
Corporate Conference
“Faultless service and timing. Khat Kooks handled 250 covers over two days without a single hiccup.”
Rosebank
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Zanele K.
Traditional Celebration
“Lisa understood exactly what our family wanted. The mogodu and samp were exactly like home — only better.”
Soweto
Why Khat Kooks
Luxury you can taste, service you can rely on.
Fresh Ingredients
Authentic Recipes
Professional Service
Flexible Menus
Affordable Luxury
Reliable Delivery
Attention to Detail
Passionate Cooking
The Process
From enquiry to the last plate served.
- 1
Submit Quote Request
Tell us about your event in a few minutes.
- 2
Consultation
We call to understand your guests, taste and budget.
- 3
Custom Menu
A menu designed around your occasion and dietary needs.
- 4
Quotation
A clear, itemised quote with no hidden extras.
- 5
Confirmation
Date secured, menu locked, logistics planned.
- 6
Event Delivery
We arrive, set up and serve — you simply host.
FAQs
Good questions, honest answers.
How far in advance should I book?+
For weddings and large functions we recommend 6–8 weeks. Smaller events and family meals can often be arranged within 7 days, subject to availability.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?+
Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, halaal-friendly, gluten-free and allergy-conscious menus are all available — just tell us in your quote request.
Do you travel?+
We cater across Johannesburg and greater Gauteng, and travel further for larger events. Travel is quoted transparently upfront.
Is there a minimum guest count?+
Event catering starts from 20 guests. Private chef experiences and family meal preparation have no minimum.
Can I customise the menu?+
Always. Every menu is built with you — bring a family recipe and we will cook it beautifully.
Do you provide serving staff?+
Yes, professional waitrons, chafing equipment and full setup can be added to any quote.
Let's plan something unforgettable.
Share your date, guest count and taste — we'll come back with a personalised menu and quotation.
Request a Quote